Setting Sail Collection

Whitehaven, Cumberland, 1814-1825. Artist: William Daniell
Whitehaven, Cumberland, 1814-1825. From A Voyage Around Great Britain Undertaken between the Years 1814 and 1825 by William Daniell

Setting Sail. Creator: Christian Krohg
Setting Sail, Unknown date

The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; The Fishing-Fleet Leaving for the Banks, 1891. Creator: Unknown
The Newfoundland Cod Fishery; The Fishing-Fleet Leaving for the Banks, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

The Departure of Columbus from Palos in 1492, 1855 (oil on canvas)
1763748 The Departure of Columbus from Palos in 1492, 1855 (oil on canvas) by Leutze, Emanuel Gottlieb (1816-68); 121.9x183.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

Ms 493 fol. 87 The departure of Aeneas, from The Aeneid
XIR187869 Ms 493 fol.87 The departure of Aeneas, from The Aeneid by Virgil with a commentary by Servius, 1469 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Dijon

Christophe Colomb (engraving)
2788987 Christophe Colomb (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christophe Colomb. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 9 October 1892)

Whitehaven, Cumberland, from A Voyage Around Great Britain Undertaken between
STC240769 Whitehaven, Cumberland, from A Voyage Around Great Britain Undertaken between the Years 1814 and 1825 (aquatint) by Daniell

Christopher Columbus departs for the New World, Imagerie Pellerin, Epincal, c
DHC379985 Christopher Columbus departs for the New World, Imagerie Pellerin, Epincal, c.1860 (colour litho) by French School

Christian Krohg Setting Sail Sail lift painting
Christian Krohg, Setting Sail, Sail lift, painting, oil on canvas, Height, 75 cm (29.5 inches), Width, 59 cm (23.2 inches), Signed, C.K

Sacrifice Iphigenia ca 1640-42 Etching drypoint
Artokoloro

Landscape by the Light of the Moon (oil on canvas)
XIR903550 Landscape by the Light of the Moon (oil on canvas) by Vernet, Claude Joseph (1714-89); Mobilier National, Paris, France; (add.info.: Paysage. La nuit, un clair de lune)

King Alfred inciting the Anglo-Saxons to repel the invasion of the Danes in AD 876
KW259445 King Alfred inciting the Anglo-Saxons to repel the invasion of the Danes in AD 876, from Illustrations of English and Scottish History Volume I (engraving) by Watts

Ra-2 papyrus boat, Morocco
Ra-2 papyrus boat setting off from the Moroccan port of Saffi. It was on this boat that Thor Heyerdahl crossed the Atlantic, from Morocco to Barbados

Ra-2 papyrus boat in the Atlantic Ocean. It was on this boat that Thor Heyerdahl crossed the Atlantic, from Morocco to Barbados

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Setting Sail: A Journey through Time and Seas" Embark on a voyage of exploration, as we delve into captivating depictions throughout history. From the picturesque shores of Whitehaven, Cumberland in the early 19th century to the momentous departure of Columbus from Palos in 1492, these artworks transport us to pivotal moments in maritime history. In William Daniell's enchanting artwork from 1814-1825, we witness the bustling harbor of Whitehaven, where ships eagerly prepare for their seafaring adventures. The scene is alive with anticipation and whispers of distant lands waiting to be discovered. Fast forward to 1855, when an oil painting by an unknown artist captures "The Departure of Columbus. " With sails billowing against a vibrant sky, this iconic image immortalizes the courage and determination that propelled Columbus towards uncharted territories. Travel even further back in time as we turn our attention to Ms 493 fol. 87 depicting "The departure of Aeneas" from Virgil's epic poem The Aeneid. This ancient tale tells us about Aeneas' fateful journey that laid the foundations for Rome itself – a story forever etched into our collective consciousness. Engravings like "Christophe Colomb" offer yet another perspective on Christopher Columbus' historic expedition. Through intricate lines and delicate details, this medium brings forth a sense of awe-inspiring adventure that awaited those who dared brave uncharted waters. As we continue our visual odyssey around Great Britain with Imagerie Pellerin's depiction of Whitehaven, Cumberland during a voyage undertaken between. . (missing information) Christian Krohg's evocative painting titled "Setting Sail Sail lift" invites us aboard a ship ready to catch wind beneath its wings. The artist masterfully captures both the physicality and emotional weight associated with embarking on new horizons. But not all voyages are purely exploratory.